Jessamine County Health Department

03/20/2025

WE'RE HIRIING!

The Jessamine County Health Department is accepting applications for contractual employment of a full-time Support Services Associate I or II.

For job description and application instructions, visit www.jessaminehealth.org/jobs

Completed application must be submitted by Friday, March 28, 2025.

Equal Opportunity Employer

03/11/2025

Today, March 10, 2025, Kentucky health officials announced two additional children have died from influenza. A total of three children have died from influenza this season in Kentucky.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has described this flu season as the worst in over 15 years. Though most influenza and COVID-19 infections result in mild illness, serious symptoms such as difficulty breathing, seizures, high fever (>104°F), dehydration, or worsening of other medical conditions require medical attention. Antiviral treatment of influenza and COVID-19 are also recommended for some individuals to reduce the severity of the illness.

The CDC recommends that everyone six months of age and older get the annual flu and COVID-19 vaccines. To find vaccines near you visit vaccines.gov.

Other good health habits to prevent the transmission of flu and other illnesses include washing hands often with soap and water, covering coughs and sneezes and staying at home when sick.

To view the full press release visit:https://www.chfs.ky.gov/News/Documents/Kentucky%20Announces%20Two%20Additional%20Pediatric%20Influenza%20Deaths%20This%20Respiratory%20Virus%20Season.pdf

To view respiratory illness data in Kentucky visit:
www.CoverYourCough.ky.gov

03/10/2025

The Jessamine County Health Department has received report that a skunk found on East Hickman Road has tested positive for rabies.

Please make certain that your pets have a current rabies vaccination. If your pet is not current - vaccinate immediately.

Rabies is a fatal but preventable viral disease. It can be spread to people and pets through the bites and scratches of an infected animal. Please take precautions with outdoor pets, wild animals, or any animal acting abnormally.

If you have any questions, please call the Jessamine County Health Department Environmental Office at 859.885.2310.

Learn more at jessaminehealth.org/rabies

02/20/2025

JCHD will operate on a one hour delay on Thursday, February 20. Clinic doors will open at 8:45 am; all other departments will open at 9:00 am.

02/11/2025

Due to hazardous road conditions, JCHD will be closed Tuesday, February 11. Stay safe, Jessamine County!

02/10/2025

Our hearts are heavy this morning. Officer Ruggiero was a wonderful community partner and dear friend to JCHD. 💙

It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of our friend and brother, Officer Anthony Ruggiero.

Officer Ruggiero was a 9 year veteran of the The Nicholasville Police Department, and we are experiencing profound sadness in the aftermath of his untimely death.

We will be escorting the hero through Nicholasville between the hours of 0930 and 1000 this morning. We will arrive at North Main Street and proceed to Betts and West Funeral Home.

Our thoughts are with a wounded community, as well as with the family he leaves behind.

01/28/2025

We know there’s been some confusing news recently, but we want to reassure you: WIC benefits are still available, and WIC offices remain open.

Please continue using your benefits, going to your appointments, and accessing services as usual. Your health and well-being are our top priority. We’ll keep you updated as we learn more. 💙

01/28/2025

Join us at the Kentuckians Matter Resource Fair!

📍 Location: Jessamine County Health Department, 210 E Walnut St, Nicholasville, KY 40356
📅 Date: February 7, 2025
⏰ Time: 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

Looking for support with employment, education, healthcare, or recovery resources? The Kentuckians Matter Resource Fair is here to help!

✅ Job Readiness & Career Services
✅ Obtaining Birth Certificates, IDs, & Social Security Cards
✅ GED & Adult Education Opportunities
✅ Substance Use Recovery Programs
✅ Medicaid & Healthcare Support
✅ Food, Clothing, & Childcare Resources
✅ Disability Assistance & More!

Come connect with valuable community resources and take the next step toward success! We believe in YOU!

For more details, contact:
Alana Reynolds – (270) 507-9317
[email protected]

01/10/2025

Even in the snow, harm reduction doesn't take a day off. ❄️

Checking on our naloxone boxes because every dose saves lives. Together, we can prevent overdoses and take care of our neighbors. 💜 Stay safe, stay warm, and remember: Narcan works. 🛑💉

You can pick up free Narcan at one of our local nalox-boxes throughout Jessamine County. For a list of locations, visit jessaminehealth.org/harm-reduction

01/10/2025

Let 2025 be the year to reach your best, smokefree self!

For the best chance of quitting ci******es for good, use counseling and medicine together. Ready for your smokefree beginning? Get started today: https://bit.ly/4gC5QCn

01/08/2025

Update: JCHD will operate on a two hour delay on Wednesday, January 8. Clinic doors will open at 945 am; all other departments will open at 10:00 am.

01/05/2025

Due to hazardous road conditions, JCHD will be closed Monday, January 6. Stay safe, Jessamine County!

01/04/2025

The Jessamine Homeless Coalition at 218 E Maple Street is still open on emergency plan with plenty of space
We have Closed the municipal Center in Wilmore since we had No one check in all day. We are going to open the Blue Building for the power outage emergency at 3PM. Utility crews are continuing to work on those affected

12/18/2024

We are partnering with the Nicholasville Police Department and Shepherds House Recovery Community Center to collect items for a Holiday Food Drive.

Items donated can include, but are not limited to, non-perishable items such as, grains (rice or pasta), canned goods (vegetables, meats, fruits, beans, soups), pre-packaged snacks (instant oatmeal, jerky, chips, granola/protein bars).

Items can be dropped off from now until December 23 at the following locations:

Jessamine County Health Department
210 E Walnut St, Nicholasville
Mon-Thurs: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm, Fri: 8:00 am - 1:00 pm

Nicholasville Police Department
717 N Main St, Nicholasville
Mon-Fri: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Shepherds House Recovery Community Center
104 N Main St, Nicholasville
Mon-Fri: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm, Sat: 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

12/12/2024

Quit to***co when you want, how you want.

My Life, My Quit™ is the free and confidential way for teens to quit smoking or va**ng. Text "Start My Quit" to 36072 or call 855-891-9989 to quit today.

12/04/2024

📢 Parents and Guardians of Middle School Students 📢

We're hosting the first night of our Youth Cafe series this Thursday night, December 5, 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm, in the Jessamine County Health Department Community Room.

All 6th, 7th, and 8th graders are invited to join us for a night of food, holiday activities, and a safe, welcoming environment with friends. Through meaningful conversations led by their peers, youth will learn about resilience and overcoming stressors, challenges, and adversity just in time for the busy holiday season.

All participants will be entered for a chance to win a $30 Amazon gift card.

For more information, visit jessaminehealth.org/events/youththrive